Ingrown toenail and toenail fungus treatment in Geelong

At Podiatry on Pako, we have more than 30 years’ experience treating a wide range of toenail problems, including ingrown toenails and toenail fungus. Don’t let fear or embarrassment stop you from what is usually a quick and painless solution. Please contact our Geelong podiatry clinic for more information or to book an appointment.

Ingrown toenails

This is one of the most common toenail problems we treat at Podiatry on Pako. An ingrown toenail occurs when part of the nail pierces, or ‘grows’ into the surrounding skin. It usually affects the big toe and can result from a range of causes, from poor nail cutting to:

Injury or trauma near the nail, especially repetitive sports-induced damage

Flat feet, resulting in compression around the toes and restricts nail growth

Curved nails

Many people will delay seeing a podiatrist for fear of surgery – however it’s best to have ingrown toenails assessed earlier to prevent the need for surgery. Other treatments the podiatrist can discuss with you include antibiotics, soaking the affected nail in salt water and custom orthotics to relieve pressure.

If nail surgery is required, most times it is a simple procedure to remove the ingrown part of the nail, which can be completed in-house by our podiatrist.

Toenail fungus laser treatment – this is the most popular nail fungal treatment, as it’s pain-free and 80 per cent effective for fast results without causing damage to the nails. We can perform this for clients at our clinic, with the option for multiple treatments if required.

Prescription medications can offer results, however are not always a good choice due to the possible side effects.

For more information about our industry-leading laser treatment for toenail fungus, or treatments for other problems such as calluses and corns, please contact our Geelong podiatrists.